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Selecting a tax client portal is a decision that will have a large impact on the overall practice management of your tax firm and on the client experience your practice provides. A client portal serves as a one-stop shop for client collaboration and managing client tasks. Follow this guide to help your firm find a client portal that meets your and your client's needs.

Only 26% of Americans have an estate plan. If you’re thinking, “But my clients are high-net-worth…many more have an estate plan.” Well, the numbers are only slightly better for high-net-worth families, with just over 50% as reported by Think Advisor.

Selecting a tax client portal is a decision that will have a large impact on the overall practice management of your tax firm and on the client experience your practice provides. A client portal serves as a one-stop shop for client collaboration and managing client tasks. Follow this guide to help your firm find a client portal that meets your and your client's needs.

Free Planning Tool: Download this sample tax client engagement letter template to help onboard new clients, and add clarity to your client renewal process

According to a recent report from Accounting Today, “Industry sources agree that once [tax] firms move into standard recurring services, such as advisory, it is important to pivot away from hourly billing.”

When thinking about acquiring a tax practice’s book of business, here are four tips to consider:

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As the tax industry continues to evolve, more and more professionals are setting up their own tax practices. This guide is designed to help your tax practice build a marketing strategy around high-value clients, positioning your firm to meet the market’s demand for tailored tax advice. At Harness, our platform empowers tax advisors who serve business owners, employee equity holders, investors, and other individuals with complex tax strategy needs.

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Mr. Maddox is a member of Harness and is not being directly compensated for sharing his opinion and experience with our firm. Due to Mr. Maddox’s relationship with Harness as a tax adviser on the platform, material conflicts of interest may arise. There is an indirect financial incentive for Mr. Maddox to promote Harness as he is a tax adviser available through the Harness platform. Mr. Maddox’s comments may not be representative of any other person’s experience with the firm. While Harness provides valuable tools and support, individual results can vary, and success requires effort and leveraging the platform’s resources effectively.

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Looking to modernize your CPA practice? The current tax environment has evolved far beyond calculators and paper forms. Modern accounting demands sophisticated platforms that can handle everything from automated workflows to secure client communications.

ISOs have a favorable tax treatment on exercise, but understanding your tax obligations and how to minimize your tax burden can be complicated. Before taking any decisions around your ISOs, it's important to understand the tax consequences and how that impacts potential future profits.

ISOs have a favorable tax treatment on exercise, but understanding your tax obligations and how to minimize your tax burden can be complicated. Before taking any decisions around your ISOs, it's important to understand the tax consequences and how that impacts potential future profits.

ISOs have a favorable tax treatment on exercise, but understanding your tax obligations and how to minimize your tax burden can be complicated. Before taking any decisions around your ISOs, it's important to understand the tax consequences and how that impacts potential future profits.

Expanding your service offerings is not just a strategy; it's a necessity for long-term success. This comprehensive guide provides actionable insights to help you diversify your services, build stronger client relationships, and run a modern, scalable tax practice.

Explore the earnings potential of salaried versus solo careers in the tax industry, with a spotlight on rate-setting strategies and the support Harness Tax offers to solo CPAs.

Enhance your client onboarding process with our practical step-by-step guide designed specifically for solo CPAs and growing accounting firms.

Is it time to make your first hire in your tax firm? Navigate the complexities of when to hire, what roles to consider, and how to budget effectively. Learn how Harness Wealth can be your strategic partner in scaling your accounting business.

Thinking about starting your own accounting firm? Learn how to make the transition from employee to entrepreneur, establish your firm, attract clients, and make use of the latest technology. With Harness, you have a partner you can rely on.
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